Later that Night

Jason was dressed in black suit pants, matching blazer, and a light blue dress shirt, attempting his third try at tying the silver tie that was supposed to match Rose's dress. This attempt resulted in the face of the tie being too short. Jason just huffed an annoyed sign and undid his work again.

"Three years of galas, one year as owner of a club, and having Alfred and T throughout, I still can't get this right!" Jason thought as he started again. Bear just watched from his spot on the bathroom floor, eyes shining in amusement at his human.

Jason had called the restaurant immediately after breakfast and had reserved his table. The owners, a middle-aged woman and her husband, immediately got excited at the prospect of young love and the proposal. They have had many proposals in their restaurant and enjoyed it every time.

After that, Jason spent the morning clearing their driveway. Bear outside with him, watching his back and forth shoveling of the snow while jumping around and face planting in the snow.

Jason then spent the rest of the day reading on Rose's lap as she played around on her iPad. The TV on in the background playing various movies and shows. She seemed preoccupied with whatever she was reading or watching. Chewing her lip slightly and eye shifting back and forth. When pressed she said she was reading and watching dog training videos. She wanted to teach Bear basic commands and eventually have him trained enough to be trusted without a leash.

Jason continued his futile effort to tie the tie again. This time moving the larger end downwards to allow for more length to create the knot.

"Wow. I've only ever seen that face when you tried to fix our sink for the first time." Rose faux chastised from the doorway.

Jason turned and completely froze in his movements. Rose stood in her silver strapless dress. A slit cut along her right leg, allowing for better movement and showing off her black heels. She also had a black business styled coat covering her arms for her walk to the car and restaurant. In combination with her white hair, she looked gorgeous.

"I believe your exact words at the time were, I can take apart and rebuild every Batmobile, hack into almost any server, and build motorcycles in my free time. I can replace a simple sink. I came home to the sink out of the cabinet and said cabinet in pieces." She continued with a small snort.

"I got better! And that cabinet was needing replacing anyway." Jason defended. After that initial introduction to home repair and upgrades, he had gone out and read all there was to learn about home construction. The OPs center was the result of that learning and he became the workhorse for all his girlfriend's projects.

Rose approached him and took the tie from his hands. Carefully readjusting it to its correct lengths and starting the knot.

"How did the fancy rich boy forget how to tie a tie with all those galas you had." Rose mused aloud as she continued her work.

"The fancy rich boy hated those galas and Alfred eventually just resorted to clip on bowties. Easier than chasing me down to try and strangle me with an actual tie." Jason answered as he admired his girlfriend.

"Your mother never bothered to teach you? I would have thought it would have been assassin 101." Rose asked as she finished up her work.

"T never cared so long as I didn't stick out. A lot of parties had younger guys without any neck decorations and the first button of their dress shirt open. I fit right in. Catherine, well… we didn't have any sort of fancy parties to go to and she passed before teaching me how." Jason answered as he rubbed Rose's sides.

"Well I guess I'll have to show you then one day." Rose lightly said as she looked up at him.

"Wouldn't have it any other way, love. We should get going." Jason said as he kissed her forehead and grabbed her hand. Pulling her from their bedroom and toward the car. Eliciting a giggle as Rose was dragged along.

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They had arrived at the restaurant and were quickly seated. The window that made up the entire curved wall situated to their left. Providing a warm view of the valley below and the other mountaintops.

The Mountain Perch, as the restaurant was named, was famous for its 270 degree view of the valley and fancy steak menu. It was often overrun with tourists looking to celebrate one event or another during their trip to the local ski resort. But tonight it was mostly empty. A few local couples enjoying sedate conversations and/or celebrating anniversaries and birthdays. Jason and Rose were somewhat separated from the minimal crowd as the owners wanted to give them some privacy for Jason's proposal, but still close enough for the crowd to take notice.

Their waiter had approached and began her script, "Welcome to The Mountain Perch. My name is Samantha and I'll be your server tonight. Can I get you both started with a drink?" Samantha asked as she looked between Jason and Rose.

"I think we'll start with a bottle of the Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon." Jason said as he looked at the menu.

"Actually, can we start with water for now?" Rose cut in.

"Are you sure Rose? It's no proble." Jason asked as he looked over at her from behind his menu.

"I'm sure. Just not feeling alcohol tonight." Rose said as she continued to look at Samantha.

"Alright, I'll get you some waters. Please take some time to review the menu and let me know if you have any questions." Samantha said as she left them to their menus. Jason eyeing Rose quizzically before deciding that now was as good of a time as any. The sun was just starting to hit the mountain tops across the valley and she was bathed in a gorgeous glow.

Jason put down his menu and reached over to grab one of Rose's hands. He slowly kneaded gentle circles into the top of her hand. Rose looked up and over at him. A look of confusion etched on her face.

"Rose… I don't know what's been going on these last few days. But I do know that three years ago I asked you to run away with me. I said I was with you for the long haul and you said you didn't want the long haul. You wanted everything… Rose, I said I wanted everything too then." Jason slowly rose from his chair and settled onto one knee. Rose's hand still held in his left hand as his right reached into his suit pocket. Quickly fishing out a black velvet case.

"Rose, I don't want everything now. For the last three years I've had everything and you are my everything. Rose Wilson,…would you make me the happiest man on earth and marry me?" Jason asked as he held out the open case, a silver ring held within.

The large diamond in the center was custom cut to resemble a rose in full bloom, with other smaller diamonds inlaid on the band leading away from the rose. Small rubies were attached in between the diamond's "petals" to add a deep red to the diamond that when held to the light, enveloped the ring in a deep crimson red. Much like her namesake.

Rose just looked at him, shocked. Her lower lip quivering slightly and eye blown wide. A second later he had his arms full of Rose, as she wrapped him in a tight hug while mumbling out "I love you." over and over again.

"I love you too Rose." Jason tried soothingly and quietly. Rose just continued to shake in his arms as she struggled to recompose herself. A wetness forming on his shoulder as she cried. Eventually she was composed enough to lean back and look Jason in the eyes.

"Jason,…. I'm pregnant. I found out after you left." Rose said.

Jason's brain had decided to check out at this point. It was do an extended vacation. Jason just sat there on one knee, face contorted into full blown shock as his mind struggled to find the right reaction.

After a few minutes, during which Rose was visibly starting to panic, Jason stammered out, "I'm going to be a dad?"

Rose just released the largest breath she had ever held and leaned forward to rest her forehead against his. "Yes, and I'm going to be a mom." Rose replied in relief and a small chuckle. As tears ran down her face again.

"Rose…. I'm so happy." Jason said as he began to tear up too. "Rose, we're going to be parents." He continued in awe.

"We're going to be parents, Jason." Rose replied as a full-blown smile took over her face.

"Wait! Is that why we got Bear? He really is a panic puppy?" Jason asked as his mind connected dots he hadn't seen before.

Rose just laughed and answered, "I went to the doctor after you left because I didn't feel right. I was more tired than normal and didn't know what was going on. One test later and I found out I'm pregnant. I had them redo the test two more times before they told me it was true. After that, I left and kinda started walking around Main Street, my brain on autopilot and freaking out about being a mom.

I saw the shelter volunteers and went over. As soon as I saw Bear I knew I had to adopt him. I thought that if we could somehow keep him alive for nine months, then we should be able to with a baby. One signed form later and two days of stress reading about babies, you got back and distracted me from my state. I was so lost in my mind and thought you'd hate me for jumping so far ahead in our relationship. But when you sat there and accepted Bear so easily and with that small smile on your face. I knew that all my worries were for nothing as I remembered your time caring for the children of the alley, and your efforts with charities and rehab centers, in honor of Catherine. I knew that even with all my fears of how I'll screwup, you'd be there with me. Being the best dad and man, I've ever known."

Jason just gapped at the absolute faith his girlfriend had in him. It was unlike anything he'd had before. The batfamily treated him like an agent.

Sure there were moments, but they all gravitated toward Bruce's mindset of keeping him at a distance. The Outlaws were his family, and he experienced raising a child through Lian and Biz. Before both were taken from them. But, this was the first time that someone committed themselves to him in full heart. No questions, hesitation, or second guessing. Just him, Rose, and their child.

He was terrified of messing his kid up. But when Rose looked at him like he was her beacon in the darkness. He knew he'd do everything in his power to be worthy of that faith and adoration.

"Rose…" was all Jason said before leaning forward and kissing her. Rose responding as she tried to grab onto more of his form. Breaking from the kiss, they once again leaned their foreheads together. A smirk working it's way onto Jason's face as he said, "I think I still need an answer Rosey."

Rose just leaned back and laughed. "Of course I'll marry you Jason!" Which led to another make out session before they realized they were receiving a large ovation from the staff and other patrons. They both went beat red as Jason pulled the ring from the pillow and slid it onto Rose's finger. Smiles lighting up both of their faces as they retook their seats.

Samantha walked over a few minutes later with their drinks and took their orders. Rose just sat there. Eye locked on the ring. "You know, we'll have to tell dad soon." She started.

"Trust me, he's expecting a call probably tomorrow. We'll also have to tell T, Kori, and Artemis too." Jason responded as he thought through both the wedding and the future of their child.

"We could hold a dinner for dad and T. Introduce them to Bear and tell them about the baby." Rose shrugged. Eye still not breaking from the ring.

"Think we can make it through the night without them killing one another?" Jason asked with a raised eyebrow.

"They're going to be in-laws, so it could be some good practice before the baby gets here. Plus, Talia could be helpful for the pregnancy. She's done it already and I could use some tips." Rose said as she broke contact with the ring.

"I guess we could try something for Thanksgiving. They both have access to zeta tubes so it wouldn't be inconvenient." Jason said as a plan formed in his mind.

"For Kori and Artemis, we should invite them for the full weekend. Take them around the valley. I want them in our child's life and I can't think of two better women to be considered honorary aunts." Jason proclaimed.

"Of course, Jay. I know Kori isn't my biggest fan, but this might help us start to build a relationship. Artemis on the other hand, I get along with and I couldn't imagine anyone picking on our child with her around." Rose said with a small snort.

"So I think we have a game plan Mrs. Todd." Jason said with a smirk. Raising his glass in a toast.

"So it would seem Mr. Todd." Rose responded. Meeting his raised glass with her own.

They didn't really taste or remember any of the food that night. Too lost in their joined world of pre-marital bliss. Only shaken from it when they were told the meal was on the house for the expecting couple. Jason had wanted to protest, but another look over at Rose quelled any arguments as she seemed to be radiating with the desire to get back to their home.

Slightly tugging his arm toward the door. He quickly threw a few hundred on the table, proclaiming it a tip. As his fiancée all but dragged him to their car. They hadn't made it two steps inside before Rose all but tackled him to the ground and engaged in a passionate kiss. Bear running over to join in on their impromptu wrestling match.